AI @ HLTH : Combining Resourcing Data and AI to Optimize and Enhance Workforce Amplification with Medely

In this conversation, Sandy Vance interviews Waleed Nasr, CEO of Medely, a healthcare staffing platform that utilizes data and AI to optimize workforce management in healthcare facilities. Waleed shares his background in technology and the semiconductor industry, leading to the creation of Medely to address staffing challenges in healthcare. The discussion covers the impact of AI on healthcare staffing, the benefits of using Medely for facilities, and what sets it apart from competitors. Waleed emphasizes the importance of integrating workforce solutions and the future applications of AI in healthcare.

In this episode , they discuss:

• Medely connects healthcare facilities with professionals using data and AI.
• Waleed's background in technology led to the creation of Medely.
• AI can optimize staffing and improve patient outcomes.
• Healthcare facilities can schedule resources faster to see more patients with Medely's platform.
• Medely reduces staffing costs compared to traditional agencies.
• The platform helps reduce staff burnout and increase retention.
• Medely integrates total workforce management and scheduling into one solution.
• Flexibility in staffing solutions is crucial for healthcare organizations.
• Automating credentialing processes saves time and resources.
• Medely supports a wide range of healthcare facilities.

A little about Waleed:

Waleed Nasr is the CEO of Medely, a healthcare staffing platform that connects healthcare facilities to manage their entire extended workforce and connects them with experienced independent healthcare contractors. With a strong background in technology and business, Waleed has led Medely to become one of the leading platforms in the healthcare staffing industry, revolutionizing how healthcare facilities and professionals connect in an increasingly gig-oriented economy.

Waleed earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the California State University, Northridge. Before joining Medely, he gained extensive experience in leadership roles as founder of two semiconductor companies, focusing on scaling operations and driving innovation. His expertise in building tech-driven solutions has been instrumental in Medely’s growth, enabling the company to streamline the staffing process and improve the quality of care in healthcare facilities.

Under Waleed’s leadership, Medely has expanded its services nationwide, providing healthcare professionals greater flexibility and opportunities while ensuring that healthcare facilities can efficiently meet their staffing needs. Waleed is passionate about using technology to create meaningful impacts in the healthcare sector, continuously pushing for advancements that benefit healthcare professionals, facilities, and patients.